Signet rings with their chunky yet often intricate design are ideal for men who have style and enjoy jewelry but want something masculine.
They can carry a variety of designs often reflecting the owner’s heritage and culture.
Originally signet rings carried an impression for making seals either engraved in metal or gemstones, this would usually be a crest or initials. Used by the likes of Julius Caesar and other great roman’s plus countless kings and politicians since the signet ring is a symbol of the importance and power of its bearer.
Many of Europe’s greatest families have had signet rings for generations which have been passed down. You may wish to consider creating your own family tradition by using a family crest or other symbols.
Signet rings are made in a variety of materials but the metal is most often Gold, the gemstones vary greatly if used though. Onyx is a popular stone to use, available in a number of colors including the very stylish jet black or red. Blue Agate is another stone often seen in signet rings often with a natural pattern to it. Some signet rings will have metal also on top of the gemstone with the stone there only for color and appearance.